Home Health Registered Nurse
Santa Rosa, California
Sutter Health Care at Home Stony Point

Job Summary: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Santa Rosa, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: 5 days a week, 8-hour shifts (8 AM - 5 PM)
• Travel Requirement: Locals accepted within 50 miles
• Years of Experience Required: Minimum 2 years recent relevant experience
• Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required
• Licenses & Certifications Required:

  • Registered Nurse (RN) license for California
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider
  • Valid California Driver’s License
  • Auto Insurance

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Demonstrated knowledge of nursing theories, medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
• Understanding of healthcare industry standards, safety policies, patient care, privacy, and regulations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Ability to prioritize assignments, work independently and as part of a team
• Problem-solving skills to resolve standard issues using established protocols
• Commitment to patient privacy and confidentiality (PHI)
• Ability to collaborate effectively with peers and healthcare providers

Background & Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check including SSN trace, county searches, sex offender search, education verification, motor vehicle report (for driving positions), and FACIS Level 3 screening
• Education verification required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to CA law)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Fit mask test within 1 year, renewed annually (with accommodations for religious exemptions or facial hair)
• Immunizations and health screenings required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days, renewed annually
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or declination
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30) or signed declination
• Respiratory safety clearance required annually
• References: 2 professional references within 3 years (Aya requirement, not client)
• Full 7 years of work history required on application with no gaps

Certifications (as applicable)

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or ARC only
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA or ARC only
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - AHA/AAP only, must be instructor or advanced provider course
• CCRN (Critical Care RN)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - valid for 4 years
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) - typically for Labor & Delivery
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute)
• NIH Stroke Certification (verify by position)
• Other certifications as required by position

Facility Specific Requirements

• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific documents including job description, standards of business conduct, code of conduct, vendor training, overpayment refund policy, and regulatory orientation prior to start
• TB screening questionnaire required within 90 days of start and annually thereafter
• Personal or auto insurance required for driving positions and all candidates at this facility

Additional Notes

• No on-call or floating requirements specified
• No weekend requirements specified
• No explicit mention of Epic experience requirement
• Open to locals within 50 miles at local rate (note: locals accepted but at a lower bill rate)

This position is ideal for a Registered Nurse with at least 2 years of recent relevant experience, holding a valid California RN license and BLS certification, who is comfortable working standard day shifts in a home health or similar setting with a 13-week travel contract.